When should I plant Paprika in Zone 9a?

Start Paprika seeds indoors around Jan 23. Transplant outdoors after Apr 3. Expect first harvest around Jun 7.

What is the last frost date for Zone 9a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 9a is Mar 20. The first fall frost averages Nov 12, giving a 237-day growing season.

Can I grow Paprika in Zone 9a?

Yes. Paprika needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 9a has a 237-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🫑 Growing Paprika in Zone 9a

Zone 9a has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Paprika. Paskutinis šalnas: Mar 20. Pirmas šalnas: Nov 12.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Jan 23Nov 12

Season: Mar 20 – Nov 12 (237 dienų)

Zona9a

Paskutinis šalnasMar 20

Pirmas šalnasNov 12

Sezonas237 dienų

Derlius75 dienų

SaulėPilna Saulė

When to Plant Paprika in Zone 9a

Start Seeds Indoors: Jan 23

Start Paprika seeds indoors around Jan 23 (8 savaičių prieš paskutinį šalną). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 8-21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 3

Transplant Paprika seedlings outdoors after Apr 3. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm tarpas). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 7

First harvest approximately Jun 7 (~65 dienų from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 12).

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